June Ballard, LPC

June Ballard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Oklahoma and a United States Army veteran who served nine years on active duty as a tank turret and small arms weapons mechanic and as a master fitness instructor.

She holds two master s degrees from John Brown University, earned in 2016, in Family and Marriage Counseling and in Clinical Counseling. As an LPC - a credential that authorizes clinical practice as a professional counselor in Oklahoma - she has worked in both community mental health settings and private practice for six years, supporting clients across the life span including couples and families.

June brings additional training and certifications to her work, including certification in Eagala equine-assisted approaches, C-Cert, and motivational interviewing, along with training in family and marriage counseling and play therapy. Her clinical experience includes working with depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, personality disorders, and trauma-related concerns.

Clinically, she blends solution-focused ideas with cognitive behavioral techniques, using a direct yet positive style to help clients identify and build on the strengths and answers they already have within themselves.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with June Ballard

June Ballard uses several evidence-informed methods adapted for online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening with empathy and building a collaborative relationship so clients feel heard and supported while they explore personal goals and challenges - this approach is helpful for self-esteem, relationship issues, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT sessions typically include concrete strategies and homework that translate well to virtual formats.

Motivational Interviewing is a goal-oriented, conversational approach that strengthens a person s motivation to change, often used for issues like addictions, ambivalence about change, or improving health-related behaviors.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. June will work with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and connect with licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations.